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Latest ASX share market news. Find out which Australian shares are moving the stock market today, and which shares to buy.

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Broker Notes

3 ASX 200 stocks 'that should perform regardless of economic conditions'

| Bronwyn Allen

One of Australia's largest privately owned fund managers says there is slower economic growth ahead.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

The ASX 200 is expected to end the week on a positive note.

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Broker Notes

2 ASX shares cashing in on the electric vehicle craze

| Tony Yoo

While there are no ASX companies actually making EVs, here are two going gangbusters from the transition away from petrol.

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How to invest

Turning an empty savings account into a $35,000 yearly second income with ASX shares!

| Tristan Harrison

ASX share investing can unlock appealing investment cash flow.

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International Stock News

Is it too late to buy Nvidia shares?

| Mitchell Lawler

Holding the crown for best-performing stock in the S&P 500 this year, is Nvidia the one that got away?

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Growth Shares

3 fantastic ASX growth shares to buy now according to analysts

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are feeling bullish about these growth shares right now.

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52-Week Highs

Why did the AGL share price hit a 2-year high on Thursday?

| Bronwyn Allen

What's sparking today's share price surge?

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Gold

Why did the Newcrest share price pop 5% to a 2-month high?

| Bronwyn Allen

Shares in the gold miner were surging today alongside the gold price.

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Dividend Investing

2 high-yield ASX dividend shares to buy for a passive income boost

| James Mickleboro

Analysts say these ASX dividend shares are buys and are expecting big yields.

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Blue Chip Shares

These high-quality ASX 200 blue chip stocks could be buys in July

| James Mickleboro

Here are a couple of blue chips that analysts have given a big thumbs up to.

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Share Gainers

Why Alliance Aviation, Megaport, Netwealth, and Vulcan shares are storming higher

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a stronger session than most on Thursday.

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Share Market News

Why is the ASX 200 having such a stellar run on Thursday?

| Tony Yoo

Australian shares are going gangbusters. Here are the reasons why.

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Share Fallers

Why Everest Metals, Global Lithium, GreenX, and QBE shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are missing out on the good times today.

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Small Cap Shares

Why are investors abandoning ASX small-cap shares in droves?

| Bronwyn Allen

Contrarian fund manager Allan Gray says the ASX Small Ordinaries Index is at its lowest point relative to the S&P/ASX…

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Resources Shares

Why is the BHP share price leaping higher today?

| Bernd Struben

The BHP share price looks to be getting support on several fronts on Thursday.

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Bank Shares

Which ASX 200 bank share is forecast to pay the greatest dividend yield in FY24?

| Bronwyn Allen

The highest predicted dividend yield is 7.4% fully franked.

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Healthcare Shares

Do CSL shares still have what it takes to be a market-beating investment?

| Mitchell Lawler

Or are the heydays of this healthcare giant behind it?

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52-Week Highs

Xero share price smashes new 52-week high. What's next?

| Bernd Struben

The Xero share price has been a stellar performer in 2023, gaining 74% since the opening bell on 3 January.

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52-Week Highs

8 ASX 300 shares rocking new 52-week highs on Thursday

| Sebastian Bowen

These ASX 300 shares are making investors very happy today.

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How to invest

How I'm aiming to get my ASX share portfolio to $1 million

| Sebastian Bowen

This is my investment plan for a $1 million share portfolio.

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Travel Shares

Qantas takeover target Alliance Aviation shares surge 14% on profit news

| Bernd Struben

Qantas takeover target Alliance Aviation shares are flying high after the airline updated the market on its profit expectations.

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Share Fallers

Why is the Everest Metals share price crashing 31% on Thursday?

| Bernd Struben

The Everest Metals share price has been sizzling hot in recent months. But not today.

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Healthcare Shares

Should I buy Sonic Healthcare shares at $35?

| Tristan Harrison

Can investors make healthy profits with this stock?

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Financial Shares

Netwealth share price surges 7% on record quarter

| James Mickleboro

Investors have been impressed with Netwealth's performance in the last quarter.

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International Stock News

Looking to sell your soaring US tech stocks? Here's why holding firm could be 'extraordinarily rewarding'

| Sebastian Bowen

Selling these winners might be a mistake.

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Dividend Investing

This ASX 200 stock just announced a special dividend. Here's the lowdown

| James Mickleboro

Blackmores will be paying a special dividend before disappearing from the ASX boards.

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Travel Shares

Could cost-of-living concerns quash Qantas shares?

| Bernd Struben

Qantas is forecasting record profits for the 2023 financial year. But could cost of living pressures put an end to…

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Resources Shares

What will happen to Fortescue shares after Andrew Forrest's separation?

| Tony Yoo

Australia's second wealthiest man is separating from his wife Nicola. These are the consequences for the iron ore giant.

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Healthcare Shares

Top broker says surging Mesoblast share price still has 60% upside

| James Mickleboro

A significant moment in this company's history is on the horizon.

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Healthcare Shares

Incannex share price races higher on 'pivotal' trial approval

| James Mickleboro

This cannabis share is lighting up the market on Thursday.

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Broker Notes

Energy transition is irresistible. Expert tips the ASX share to cash in

| Tony Yoo

This company is helping its customers squeeze more mileage out of every gram of lithium.

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Energy Shares

Investing in ASX 200 energy shares? Here's what to expect from the oil price into 2024

| Bernd Struben

Will ASX 200 energy shares see oil and gas prices rise or fall into 2024?

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Share Market News

I'd follow this piece of Warren Buffett advice when buying ASX shares today

| Tristan Harrison

Is it time to make a swing at some ASX shares?

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How to invest

I would listen to Warren Buffett's advice to buy undervalued ASX shares today

| James Mickleboro

Here's how Warren Buffett might respond to recent market volatility and why it could be worth following his lead.

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Materials Shares

What's the outlook for ASX 200 lithium shares in FY24?

| Tristan Harrison

Lithium demand continues to rise thanks to growing electric vehicle production.

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How to invest

3 ASX investing trends to consider right now

| Tristan Harrison

Investors can get ahead of the curve by searching for opportunities exposed to tailwinds.

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ETFs

3 reasons to buy the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS) in July

| Sebastian Bowen

This popular ETF has had an aggressively average year, so is it worth a buy in July?

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Broker Notes

Top brokers say these ASX 200 shares can rise 30%+

| James Mickleboro

Here are a few ASX shares that could have huge upside potential.

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Dividend Investing

Thinking of buying the Vanguard Australian Shares High Yield ETF (VHY)? Read this

| Sebastian Bowen

Let's check the credentials of one of the ASX's more popular exchange-traded funds.

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Financial Shares

What is Goldman Sachs saying about IAG shares?

| James Mickleboro

Can this insurance giant's shares keep rising? Or have they peaked?

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